scuba diver

American  

[skoo-buh dahyv-er] / ˈsku bə ˈdaɪv ər /

noun

plural

scuba divers

1. a person who swims underwater using scuba equipment, especially as an occupation or hobby.

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Example Sentences

She lives in Miami, where she is an avid sailor and scuba diver.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 11, 2026

He became a certified open water scuba diver at 13 and obtained his advanced open water certification later that year.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 26, 2024

By 12, Fisher was certified as a professional grade scuba diver and had earned the title of world’s youngest scuba magician, which is a recognized diving specialty.

From New York Times • Jan. 12, 2024

Michael Pelley, a California scuba diver and internet creator, returns lost trinkets to their owners for free and picks up trash along the way.

From BBC • Aug. 31, 2023

All of a sudden the tears start flowing, and Mrs. Ruiz and Mrs. Caldwell are escorting Stephanie, the sad scuba diver, out the doors and to the locker room.

From "Like Vanessa" by Tami Charles